Tip 1 : Enjoy preparing chicken in different ways. You can roast, stew, sauté, broil or bake it for a variety of dishes.

Tip 2 : Every day is a new day to meet your fruit goal! By keeping up the good work, it can become a habit.

Tip 3 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.

Tip 4 : Order veggie pizza with toppings like mushrooms, green peppers and onions - ask for extra veggies!

Tip 5 : Try a low-fat or reduced-fat Swiss cheese to get your calcium without all the sodium and fat.

Tip 6 : Tostadas can be made in minutes by topping a toasted tortilla with cooked meat or chicken, beans, lettuce, and salsa.

Tip 7 : Choose soft margarines with zero trans fats made from liquid vegetable oil, rather than stick margarine or butter

Tip 8 : Top loin pork roast is a lean cut of meat. Serve it sliced, and save the rest for another meal.

Tip 9 : Running short on time? Use a microwave to quickly "zap" vegetables. White or sweet potatoes can be baked quickly this way.

Tip 10 : Eat potatoes with the peel to get more nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium.